Description
A delightful blend of tart cranberries and sweet orange, this Cozy Cranberry Bread is perfect for holiday gatherings or a simple afternoon snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup fresh cranberries, chopped
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Zest of 1 orange
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- Mix together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- Whisk together the melted butter, beaten egg, orange juice, and orange zest until creamy.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped cranberries gently.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for about 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Mix powdered sugar with a little orange juice for the glaze and drizzle over the cooled bread.
Notes
For a richer flavor, add nuts, spices, or chocolate chips. This bread is best enjoyed fresh and can be stored at room temperature for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Baked Goods
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg